Amanda WeeGS (Green Science) Alliance Co. Ltd announced its release of the world’s first biodegradable nail tips last month. This chemical company does research and development to produce cutting-edge materials in the energy and environmental science industry.
This nail product, also known as ethical nail tips, was produced in the hope of reducing ocean plastic pollution, one of the world’s biggest environmental problems. Currently, the development of sustainable nail products is limited to nail polishes. Choices are abundant such as, organic, non-toxic, cruelty-free, to vegan. However, the lack of attention given to the development of nail tips makes GS Alliance’s invention the first biodegradable nail tips in the world.
The ethical nail tips are sold in packets of four (nail tips) at 400 yen (excluding tax). They come in a comfortable thickness and a surface that effectively adheres to nail polish. Each tip is made from a hundred percent natural biomass resin that is biodegradable. This resin consists of mainly PLA (polylactic acid). These components will eventually breakdown and decompose in 10 years, making ethical nail tips zero-waste in nature. They also produce zero carbon emission when burned as garbage.
GS Alliance’s ethical nail tips also stand out from its competitors by being petroleum-free. Nail tips are usually made from petroleum-based plastic (ABS), which does not encourage the flow of oxygen and moisture, making it harmful to the human body. However, these ethical nail tips contain cellulose, a naturally porous material, making it a safer option.
Ethical nail tips are a way for one to be fashionable while doing their part for the environment. It also serves as a sustainable alternative for people to practice ethical consumption, which is an emerging way of living, and the interest of companies and businesses for future growth.
[Reference] @Press
